SAMANTHA J. CALARUSSE
14410 Briarwood Terrace, Rockville MD 20853 • (863) 255- 6558 •
Education
University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD , May 2013
Master of Arts in Teaching- Secondary English Education
GPA: 4.0
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL, April 2008
Bachelor of Arts in English- Creative Writing, Minor: Film Studies
Relevant Experience
Student-Teaching Internship January 2013- April 2013
Earl B. Wood Middle School, Rockville, MD
8th Grade English: 3 on- level and 2 advanced classes
· Develop unit and lessons plans with the guidance of a mentor, Special Education and ESL teachers
o http://calarusseteachbeyondboundaries.weebly.com/
· Analyze, reflect and continuously improve instruction and preparation each day
· Promote high levels of critical thinking for all students
B.R.I.D.G.E., Saviefe Gbogame, Ghana May- June 2010
Volunteer English Educator
· Research assistant conducting interviews on reproductive health and sex education in rural areas of Ghana
· Organized and taught English classes for students Pre-K to 8th grade
· Developed preliminary plans for income generating agricultural projects that also provide essential nutrition
· Reorganized and instructed how to properly utilize the library for the entire community
Guide Youth Services, Gaithersburg, MD October 2012- Present
8th Grade Tutor
· Prepare literature lessons that promote critical thinking skills
Montgomery County Literacy Council, Rockville, MD July 2009- September 2012
ESL Tutor
· Prepare lesson plans improving student’s literacy and developing stronger English skills
Center for Intensive English Studies, Tallahassee, FL September2007- April 2008
English Conversation Partner
· Assist students by increasing English skills through lengthy discourse and verbal activities
Publication
Calarusse, S. (2011). Don’t super size me...dumbify me. In D. Melzer & D. Coxwell-Teague (Eds.), Everything’s a text:
Reading for composition (pp. 358-361) Boston: Pearson Education, Inc.
Awards and Honors
3rd Annual Master of Arts in Teaching Mentoring Symposium & Gallery Walk: May 2013
· 1 of 3 student- teaching interns to present an Action Research Project (selected from entire MAT program)
Pi Lambda Theta- National Honor Society of Educators
Dean’s List, Florida State University: Spring 2006 and Spring 2008
Florida Bright Futures Medallion Scholarship
Other Experience
The Container Store, Rockville, MD May 2011- Present
· Shelving designer and sales extraodinaire generating individual solutions for every customer
· Organize and handle multiple tasks through open communication and attention to details
Nanny, Rockville, MD October 2008- December 2012, May 2013- Present
· Providing a safe and stimulating environment for toddlers’ cognitive development
· Responsibilities include educational and physical activities, preparing a balanced diet, and household tasks
Flanagan’s Harp and Fiddle, Bethesda, MD September 2008- December 2012
· Event coordinator managing money, preparation, punctual service and customer satisfaction
· Train and supervise new employees through five instructive sessions
Crisper’s, Tallahassee/ Lakeland, FL October 2004- August 2008/ April- September 2003
· Demonstrate management qualities by overseeing work quality and daily duties of other employees
· Train and supervise employees in the company’s highest revenue store
Volunteer Experience
Leon County Humane Society, Tallahassee, FL September 2007- August 2008
SPCA, Lakeland, FL 2002- 2004
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Tallahassee/ Lakeland, FL 2001-2004, 2007
Activities/ Interests
Running: Tough Mudder, Army 10 Miler, Wounded Warrior Run, Run for Your Lives, Merrel Down and Dirty Mud Run
Spanish language and Culture- proficient in basic communication
High School Sports/Actities: Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Basketball, JV Basketball, vocal performances, musical
productions, choral concerts, piano recitals